Zesty Meatballs

Submitted by Munchkin Mama

"These are great by themselves or served on sandwiches!"

 

• Ready In: 6hrs 45mins
• Ingredients: 12
• Serves: 6-8

ingredients

• 1 egg
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄2 teaspoon italian seasoning
• 1⁄4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 2 garlic cloves (minced, or 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder)
• 1⁄4 cup chopped onion
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 lb ground turkey
• 1⁄2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1⁄3 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1 (16 ounce) can tomato sauce
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar

directions

1. In a large bowl, beat egg with salt, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, and garlic. Add chopped onion, beef, turkey, bread crumbs, and Parmesan cheese; mix well. Shape mixture into 1-inch balls and brown in a large skillet. Drain meatballs and transfer to a 5-quart Crock-Pot.
2. In the same bowl, mix tomato sauce and wine; pour over meatballs. Cover and cook on Low for 5 1/2 to 6 hours.
3. To serve as sandwiches: Place 3 to 4 meatballs on 6-8 split rolls; top with sauce from Crock-Pot. If desired add shredded mozzarella cheese, red and yellow pepper strips, sliced onions, or olives.

Reviews

[Summer Chef Elaine]

I've been making these for years. Everyone loves them! Always a big hit at parties!